Pratt Manhattan on 14th Street

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A Creative Hub in the Heart of NYC

Located at the intersection of the West Village, Meatpacking, Chelsea, Flatiron, and Union Square neighborhoods, Pratt Manhattan supports world-changing education within the vibrant center of the city. Recently renovated public and student facilities spanning over 96,000 square feet further accessibility, collaboration, and creativity within and beyond the Institute’s campus.

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Academic Programs & Departments

Pratt Manhattan houses six academic programs, providing opportunities for fulltime, part-time, pre-college, and continuing education.

Students also have access to dedicated facilities such as a sound design room with a recording booth and green screen, a gaming design lab, a perfumery studio, and multipurpose spaces for lectures, collaborative studies, and more.

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A Creative Hotspot

Pratt students get to know NYC’s leading cultural institutions and innovative companies through field visits, internships, and collaborative projects. The Whitney Museum, High Line, and Chelsea Gallery District are just a quick walk away—perfect for gallery hopping, inspiration, and professional networking. Recent partnerships have included the Brooklyn Museum, Frick Collection, MoMA, and the New York Art Resources Consortium (NYARC).

Pratt Manhattan is also in the center of the tech and design sector, with companies such as Google, Spotify, LinkedIn, Pentagram, and ODA Architecture.

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A narrow, tree-lined pathway with a textured surface runs through a lush green environment. The scene captures vibrant autumn foliage, including yellow and green leaves. Two people walk along the path, which is flanked by trees and plants. A brick building is partially visible on the right side. The sky is partly cloudy, suggesting a calm, overcast day.
The High Line (Gansevoort to 34th Street, access point ~0.3 miles). Elevated public park featuring rotating art installations, site-specific commissions, and public programming.
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14th Street

The city is always evolving, and 14th Street is no different. With the city’s $3 million plan to reimagine the corridor, 14th Street and the surrounding neighborhoods are getting cleaner, greener, and easier to navigate.

Pratt Institute is partnering with the Department of Transportation, Union Square Partnership, and the Meatpacking District, including launching the first public workshop at Pratt Manhattan, underscoring the Institute’s longstanding commitment to civic engagement.

Pratt Manhattan Gallery on 14th Street

The inviting, street-level gallery space welcomes visitors to art exhibitions and public events—inspiring creative collaboration and exploration between the Pratt community, Chelsea art scene, and local community.

The Pratt Manhattan Gallery presents exhibitions each year that reflect the interdisciplinary, research- and inquiry-based education that prepares Pratt students for success in creative endeavors and professional practice.

Plan Your Visit
Two people ride blue bicycles down a quiet street lined with historic buildings. The buildings exhibit a mix of architectural styles, including ornate facades and modern structures. A large glass window displays colorful artwork at the Pratt Institute. The sky is overcast, creating a soft, muted lighting effect.
A man with a bald head and glasses is closely examining a magazine or book while standing at a table filled with various publications. He wears a black coat over a patterned shirt and holds a can in his other hand. In the background, a busy event or gathering is taking place with people mingling and sitting, and a wall decorated with photographs is visible.

Events

From free public exhibition openings and lectures to community workshops, public programs, and beyond, there are endless opportunities to get involved. See below for events at Pratt Manhattan or view all events happening at Pratt.

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Upcoming and Ongoing Events at Pratt Manhattan

  1. Exhibitions

    RugLife

    February 6 – May 23, 2026 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

    Pratt Manhattan Gallery, 144 West 14th Street, New York, NY 10011

    Large textile wall hanging with a sculptural, tufted surface forming an abstract landscape. The rug transitions vertically from deep blue at the bottom to sandy beige, then olive and dark green at the top, resembling waterways, erosion patterns, and vegetation seen from an aerial perspective. The piece is mounted with visible hardware along the top edge against a neutral background.

  2. NYC DOT Kicks Off Transformation of Manhattan’s 14th Street with Public Planning Process Launching at Pratt Institute

    March 25, 2026 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

    Pratt Manhattan on 14th St, 144 W 14th St, 2nd floor, New York, NY 10011

    Upward view of an ornate historic stone building with detailed carvings, arched windows, and decorative cornices against a bright blue sky with scattered clouds. Two vertical banners reading “Pratt Pratt Pratt” hang from metal poles—one black with yellow text and one yellow with black text. Large windows on the lower floors display lists of names in black text. The entrance below features carved stonework with “PRATT INSTITUTE” engraved above the doorway.
  3. Pratt Shows 2026

    Pratt Shows: Creative Enterprise Leadership Integrated Capstone Presentations

    April 12, 2026 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM

    Pratt Manhattan Campus, Room 201, 144 West 14th Street, New York, NY 10011

    A classroom discussion with several adults seated at individual desks. In the center, a man wearing a blue polo shirt holds a microphone and speaks while gesturing with his hand. Around him, students of diverse backgrounds listen attentively, some with notebooks, drinks, or laptops on their desks. Posters and informational displays are visible on the patterned wall behind them, and additional attendees stand near the doorway observing the session.

  4. Manhattan Grad Fair

    April 28, 2026 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM

    144 W. 14th Street, 7th Floor – Pratt Manhattan

    Graphic with a black background featuring repeated overlapping text reading “GRADFAIR” in large, thin sans-serif letters. The words are arranged in a grid-like pattern, with alternating colors including yellow and white, creating a layered typographic design.

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144 West 14th Street
New York, NY 10011

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Gallery Hours
Monday–Saturday
11 AM–6 PM

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